Steve graduated from Graceland University in 1986 with a Business Administration degree, after a rewarding tennis career in both high school and college. He’s enjoyed “giving back” and teaching tennis ever since, being the Head Pro at Metro East Tennis Center in Blue Springs for 5 years, and also a Teaching Pro at Hilltop Racquet Club in Kansas City the last 6 years. He has been the Director of Tennis for the Lakewood community where he has lived since 1987. He runs lessons, drills classes, clinics, leagues, and fun tournaments for both kids & adults. He resides with his lovely wife Lisa, daughter Laci, stepson Alec, and their puggle dog Brownie.